Jiang Luoluo woke up feeling hot and sweaty.
After taking my medicine and sleeping awhile, I must’ve worked up a sweat under those thick covers, he thought. Finally, I’m not alternating between freezing and boiling, and my head doesn’t feel so foggy anymore.
He reached for his phone to check the time, but what caught his eye first was a red notification for an unanswered call from Xu Kai.
They’d agreed that when Xu Kai had some free time, he’d collect a few books about dissociative identity disorder for Jiang Luoluo.
Sometime during my afternoon nap, I heard my phone vibrate a few times, Jiang Luoluo recalled. I think I even moved my fingers, but my eyelids were too heavy to open. The phone soon went away, so I gave up and fell back asleep.
The call was probably about delivering more books.
Jiang Luoluo dialed the number, but the phone rang for a long time with no answer. Must be busy, he thought.
He hung up, kicked off his covers, and got out of bed. Just as he was about to pour himself a glass of water, the bedroom door swung open. A tall figure walked in.
Fu Tingchuan filled a cup, but instead of handing it to Jiang Luoluo, he picked him up and sat him on his lap. After smoothing down Jiang Luoluo’s messy hair, he brought the cup to Jiang Luoluo’s lips.
Obediently, Jiang Luoluo opened his mouth. Holding the cup with Fu Tingchuan’s hand, he gulped down all the water in one go.
Setting the cup aside, Fu Tingchuan gently touched Jiang Luoluo’s forehead. “I have to attend a banquet tonight…”
“I’ll go with you!” Jiang Luoluo’s act of sickness in the morning vanished in an instant. His eyes sparkled. “Let me come along, please!”
The white moonlight + green tea king of childhood has no idea what he has planned for Fu Tingchuan… He had to go along!
Smiling, Fu Tingchuan stroked Jiang Luoluo’s head. “Okay.”
His precious treasure naturally had to be kept within sight. Going together was the best idea.
The car pulled up to a new European-style mansion.
A valet in white gloves opened the door. A pair of long legs stepped out, high-quality leather shoes thumping against the ground. The confident, elegant aura of the person caused everyone to look on with admiration.
“Mr. Fu is here!”
Nearby, a maid waiting by an ornate pillar blushed and nudged her companion, “Quick, tell the young master! Mr. Fu is here!”
On the other side, Fu Tingchuan took Jiang Luoluo’s hand and walked along a pebble path.
Both sides of the path were lined with rose gardens, the flowers clustered together in a mass of color.
In the distance, piano music wafted through the air, the melody of “If I Ain’t Got You” drifting into their ears. Jiang Luoluo raised his head and looked in the direction of the sound, and his eyes caught Another figure.
Jiang Luoluo’s step faltered for a moment. Fu Tingchuan noticed this immediately and followed her gaze.
The newcomer had short black hair, styled in a simple slightly-curled shape, looking fluffy and light. Their peach-blossom eyes, with upswept corners, concealed a faintly enticing charm. They approached with quick, lively steps.
Seeing that indecisive expression, Jiang Luoluo knew this person couldn’t be up to anything good.
Not to mention they were wearing a white embroidered suit just like his baby.
Trying to copy someone else’s style, huh? Jiang Luoluo thought.
Fu Tingchuan took his gaze away from them.
“What a coincidence, Luoluo!” Bai Tang smiled, his eyes curving into pleasant arcs as he greeted Jiang Luoluo. “Even our clothes today are the same.”
Jiang Luoluo smiled back. “Hello, Young Master Bai.”
He’d picked out this suit just two days ago from the selection at the villa. A high-end brand had delivered it, saying it was the only set in the country. He was certain there’d be no clashes.
The collar of the jacket was embroidered with a subtle little rose—he liked it so much he’d kept it on the spot.
What a surprise that Bai Tang happened to be wearing the exact same outfit.
“Don’t mention it…” Bai Tang’s eyes flicked towards Fu Tingchuan, who remained silent. Then Bai Tang affectionately wrapped an arm around Jiang Luoluo. “Our paths always seem to cross, even when it comes to our tastes.”
Hearing his pointed words, Jiang Luoluo knew he wouldn’t get a peaceful night tonight.
Bai Tang noticed Jiang Luoluo’s faint smile and silent response, feeling slightly annoyed at his lack of acknowledgment.
It was only luck that Fu Tingchuan had taken notice of him, yet he still put on airs in front of Bai Tang.
Bai Tang’s eyes briefly met Fu Tingchuan’s, as if their gazes collided by chance.
With Jiang Luoluo sitting between them, it was like the cowherd and weaver girl gazing at each other across the Milky Way, their expressions filled with tender affection.
Those expressive eyes sparkled with a hint of mischief, his gaze softening as he looked at Fu Tingchuan. “Hey, Big Bro Tingchuan…”
However, Fu Tingchuan remained unyieldingly distant. Setting aside his perpetually cold and sharp aura, even his gaze towards Bai Tang was icy and uninviting.
Bai Tang silently grumbled that Fu Tingchuan lacked emotional warmth, but maintained his sweet smile. “My dad keeps talking about you. He’s been waiting for a while just to catch up with you.”
He spoke with a playful tone, “Why don’t you go meet up with my dad, and I’ll take care of Luo-Luo for you~”
Fu Tingchuan gave him a look that neither smiled nor didn’t.
From the moment Bai Tang appeared, he knew the man was trouble.
Dressed in flashy clothes, purposely wearing matching couple’s outfits with his “baby,” and now trying to cozy up to his child… even hugging Luoluo’s arm and being so affectionate with his words.
After just a few words, he was trying to send Fu Tingchuan away while taking his baby with him…
Did he think he was blind?
Everything about this guy screamed ulterior motives, especially towards his little wife! 1 T/N: “Fu Tingchuan thinks his wife is Bai’s target… LOL, someone calm him down! 😂”!
He definitely fancies our baby!
He’s trying to get rid of me so he can take our baby home by force!
Fu Tingchuan reached out, pulling Bai Tang’s arm away from Jiang Luoluo. He drew Jiang Luoluo fully into his embrace, his voice cool and detached: “No need. He’s coming with me.”
Bai Tang had never been rejected before. For a moment, he didn’t know how to react. His smile froze on his face like a worn-out mask. “Ah…”
Then he quickly pulled himself together. “Right, we’ve come this far. Let’s go see his dad together. It’s just a few more steps anyway.”
Fu Tingchuan suddenly stopped and turned to look at the short, plain-looking man who’d been ogling his wife. His gaze swept from head to toe.
“Young Master Bai, I’d suggest you change your clothes.”
Bai Tang frowned.
“Young Master Bai,” Fu Tingchuan’s voice was breezy, “those clothes don’t suit you. They’re too common-looking on you.”
Jiang Luoluo, who’d been silently taking the fall all along, couldn’t help but be speechless.
That Fu Tingchuan sure knows how to speak his mind.
Bai Tang’s eyes lit up. He nodded obediently, shooting a slightly smug glance at Jiang Luoluo. “Oh… you’re right… I also feel this is too tacky, like a nouveau riche wannabe. It doesn’t really fit my temperament.”
I knew it. Fu Tingchuan will always care about me and remember my preferences! Bai Tang’s satisfaction grew. Looking like a peacock who’d won a battle, he preened for Jiang Luoluo before turning to leave, sending a meaningful look at Fu Tingchuan along the way.
Jiang Luoluo watched Bai Tang’s retreating figure. He felt at a loss for words, uncertain where to start tearing into the argument.
A large hand pinched Jiang Luoluo’s cheeks, turning his face back to meet Fu Tingchuan’s insistent gaze.
“Jealous?” he teased. “So our little Luo-Luo likes this type?”
T/N: “Bai Tang really thought he was the main character, huh? Meanwhile, Fu Tingchuan is out here gatekeeping Jiang Luoluo like his life depends on it. Someone call security before this turns into a soap opera!”
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Not even the protagonist shou is safe from Mr. Fu’s jealousy.
Lol, Bai Tang thinks the world revolves around him? He is truly a white lotus, I say she is a jerk young master, trying to seduce someone else’s husband